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Five calls to action against racism and hate
April 11, 2025
DIVERSEcity’s Together Against Hate publication released with five calls to action As we wrap up our 2025 Together… Read more
DIVERSEcity’s Lenya Wilks is a finalist for the 2025 Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards
April 8, 2025
Vote now for Lenya Wilks at canadianimmigrant.ca DIVERSEcity’s Lenya Wilks is a Top 75 finalist for the 2025… Read more
Neelam Sahota featured in Icons Magazine and Icons Talk event
March 14, 2025
Listen to an incredible panel of women leaders at Icons Talk We know that Neelam Sahota, DIVERSEcity’s CEO,… Read more
King Charles III Coronation Medal goes to Neelam Sahota
March 11, 2025
DIVERSEcity Chief Executive Officer Neelam Sahota is honoured with a King Charles III Coronation Medal On March 5,… Read more
Uplifting women and advancing gender equality on International Women’s Day
March 7, 2025
March 8 is International Women’s Day International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate women’s stories, achievements and… Read more
World Refugee Day is on June 20. Come celebrate with DIVERSEcity in #SurreyBC!![]()
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Join us on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 pm at Fleetwood Community Centre to enjoy an afternoon of storytelling, performances, food and informational booths! Plus, fun activities for kids! ![]()
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This is a FREE family-friendly event. No registration is required. ![]()
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Please join us to learn about the refugee experience, connect with others in your community and have fun for the whole family!![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #WorldRefugeeDay #Refugees #community #familyevent #fleetwood #langley![]()
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www.dcrs.ca/event-details/world-refugee-day-celebration-2/
RBC Start it Right! is back. Step into opportunity with this free program starting on Monday, July 14, 2025 — supporting youth aged 15-29 who are newcomers, refugee claimants, international students and those working under 20 hours a week. ![]()
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With Start it Right!, you can:![]()
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◼️ Get job-ready with Canadian workplace skills![]()
◼️ Earn industry-recognized certificates ![]()
◼️ Grow your community and network ![]()
◼️ Receive $500 for short-term courses ![]()
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"Start it Right is an exceptional program for beginners in Canada. It transformed my perspective of the Canadian workplace, leading to incredible personal growth,” says past participant Arjun.![]()
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At DIVERSEcity, we’ll meet you where you’re at — and help you take the next step.![]()
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To learn more about joining our next session starting July 14, email youthjobs@dcrs.ca or visit:![]()
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RBC #StartItRight #RBC #NewcomerSupport #YouthEmployment #CommunityLeadership #SurreyBC #Delta #Canada
First Aid training is important and a valuable tool for everyone — at home and in the workplace. ![]()
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We recently held a session of First Aid training for women in our H.E.A.L. for Work program. ![]()
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Through the H.E.A.L. (Hope. Empowerment. Adaptability. Learning.) for Work program, we support women who have experienced trauma by helping them build confidence, grain practical skills and take meaningful steps toward employment. ![]()
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The training isn’t just about safety — it’s about empowerment, independence and healing through opportunity. ![]()
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Learn more about H.E.A.L. here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/h-e-a-l-for-work-program/![]()
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#ForPeople#ForCommunities #HEALforWork #WomensEmpowerment #WorkplaceReadiness #FirstAidTraining #SkillsforSuccess #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
Are you a newcomer to BC starting a new job? Learn how to stay safe at work and your rights and responsibilities in the workplace at this online workshop! You'll learn about:![]()
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➡️ Workplace safety rules![]()
➡️ What to do if you’re injured![]()
➡️ Trade unions and their purpose![]()
➡️ Employment Insurance (EI) and Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)![]()
➡️ Understanding your paystubs, deductions, vacation and other benefits![]()
➡️ And more!![]()
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Open to open and closed work permit holders, temporary residents, international students, refugee claimants, provincial nominees and naturalized citizens.![]()
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To register, please email mwindey@dcrs.ca or fill out the form here: forms.office.com/r/ChhrN8J3nD![]()
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#SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #work #workplace #worksafety #safety #workshop #free #onlineworkshop #rights
Behind every strong community are the seniors who helped build it. ![]()
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DIVERSEcity recognizes the many ways older adults enrich our programs, support their families and welcome people in our community with open arms. We’re proud to support seniors through programs that promote connection, dignity and belonging. ![]()
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This Thursday for BC Seniors Week, we celebrated them with a festivity of storytelling, dancing and singing from both South Asian and Chinese cultures. We were enriched by the experience. ![]()
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Thank you to all our seniors from our programs and the community who attended and made it such a magical event. ![]()
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Learn more about our Seniors Services here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/![]()
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#BCSeniorsWeeks #ForPeopleForCommunities #CommunityMatters #BelongingForAll #SurreyBC #Canada